Activities: Attractions

Decatur, AL has great attractions for families, kids, Civil War and history buffs, art and culture lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Parks include the Point Mallard Park, Wheeler Wildlife Refuge, and many City of Decatur parks. Museums range from the Blue and Gray Museum that focuses on the Civil War to the Cook's Natural Science Museum. For those seeking arts and culture, Decatur has the Princess Theatre for the Performing Arts and the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, among other attractions.

The best way to get fresh produce in Decatur, AL is at the downtown Farmers’ Market. From April through November, the Farmers Market is open Monday-Saturday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The market is located on 1st Avenue SE near downtown Decatur.

Throughout the year, the Farmers’ Market plays host to several events to celebrate seasonal fruits and vegetables.